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Fred Shaw

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Bio

Hello, I’m Fredo! I'm an 19-year-old graphic designer studying fine arts at Loyola University New Orleans with over six years of experience in social media and advertising graphics. I'm using Bold.Org as a great way for me to stay connected with others and potentially earn scholarships!

Education

Loyola University New Orleans

Bachelor's degree program
2022 - 2025
  • Majors:
    • Graphic Communications

Cypress Falls High School

High School
2018 - 2022

Miscellaneous

  • Desired degree level:

    Bachelor's degree program

  • Graduate schools of interest:

  • Transfer schools of interest:

  • Majors of interest:

    • Graphic Communications
  • Not planning to go to medical school
  • Career

    • Dream career field:

      Graphic Design

    • Dream career goals:

      Creative Director

    • Freelance (Self-Employed)

      Fredo Designss
      2018 – Present6 years
    • Freelance

      FCMAS - FCMAS (Faith-Centered Music Artist Society)
      2020 – 20222 years

    Arts

    • Freelance

      Graphic Art
      2018 – Present
    • FCMAS

      Acting
      TV - Series on Prime Video, "Different"
      2020 – Present

    Future Interests

    Volunteering

    Entrepreneurship

    Bold Art Matters Scholarship
    My favorite art piece is Les Amants by René Magritte; 1928. The Les Amants is an art piece that illustrates the style known as surrealism. Surrealism is a cultural movement that developed in Europe in the aftermath of World War I which aims to revolutionize human experience. It balances a rational vision of life with one that asserts the power of the unconscious and dreams. Surrealism art is my favorite type of artwork. Actually, I’m a graphic designer who uses the given style. On the graphic side of artistry, it’s called photo manipulation. Photo manipulation involves the transformation or alteration of a photograph using various methods and techniques to achieve desired results. The usage of this style has been around for decades to convey and manipulate perspectives towards viewers which is needed for the multiple industries to attract individuals. However, Les Amants is very mysterious piece. It leaves the viewer in thought to create its own narrative of the painting. Creatively well thought with details such as highlights, shadows and the contrast which made the artwork ridiculously realistic.
    Endeavor Design Scholarship
    Winner
    Designing inspiration was an influential tool to generate motivation for me. Looking up to notable artists like Keith Haring, Michael Basquiat, Andy Warhol, and others who define themselves differently in the industry is memorizing. Knowing that acquiring creativity is a necessity tool to become a successful artist, we often need hope towards that perspective. On the other hand, since art is very expressive visually, it’ll tap into people's hearts as fast as sound. Summarizing from my early-life story, the journey around elementary school prior to the beginning of high school was going through a turmoil. Having the dream of playing professional basketball was dying slowly while trying to obtain self-motivation to make something arise from the muddle. However, there was a lack of confidence observing within me. During these occasions, I would draw to escape feelings of anxiety. In fact, majority of the time will be basketball related drawings which felt relieving. Once I’ve explored other art projects outside of drawing, delight started to surface. Instantly, recognizing and creating art became my personal therapy. About three plus years of producing designs, one of things that kept me going was the inspiration from others. I’ve in constructed various of projects with business officials, athletes, artists, and more. I’m an upcoming African American graphic designer who’s willing to help everybody. From, local businesses to children who have an interest for fine arts. Believing that someone can make a difference for somebody in the world with one artwork at a time is powerful.
    Freddie L Brown Sr. Scholarship
    This given artwork is a photo manipulation. Photo manipulation involves the transformation or alteration of a photograph using various methods and techniques to achieve desired results. The usage of the style has been around for years to convey and manipulate perspectives towards viewers. Most often used to display fake news. The meaning behind this composition is the irony of the notable sport, boxing. Some individuals replace the saying of “fist-fighting” to “box.” Nothing fits better than somebody that is about to box boxes. Made in Photoshop.